What do you give a man or woman who already has motorcycling? That can be more difficult than it sounds. The clothes we wear, the tools we use and the stuff we do is highly specialized, subject to elaborate technical requirements as well as style and taste. Here’s 43 gifts, priced from under $20 to nearly $1,000, all guaranteed not to disappoint.

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$0-25

Riding Photos

Popular destination roads like The Snake in Malibu or The Tail of the Dragon in the Appalachian Mountains have their very own photographers that spend every weekend snapping pics of virtually every rider that comes through, uploading them to the Internet, then selling you digital copies or prints. Every trackday has the same.

Recently, I’ve surprised a few people I’ve helped nurture into better riding with prints from the experience. They have yet to fail at drawing a speechless smile.

The two big ones in SoCal are Victory Jon and RockStore Photos, then there’s KillBoy on the Dragon. Check out their indexes after going riding with a friend or pull up dates from when they last hit those roads. Any pharmacy can knock out 8x10 prints of any digital photo in like 15 minutes. An affordable, personal gift that will excite anyone.

Butler Motorcycle MapsAssembled by bikers for bikers, these maps highlight the best roads and the best pit stops. Back Country Discovery Routes can be used to easily plan epic adventures. Useful for any rider.

A neat little stocking stuffer from Portland’s coolest café-cum-bike shop. It includes a beanie, a beer koozie and a wood-handled pocket knife. For the dirty hipster.

Howard Leight EarplugsThese are hands down the absolute quietest, most comfortable earplugs you can buy. A box of 200 will last a biker and his buddies (they’ll steal them constantly) at least a year. Each pair is individually wrapped to keep them clean and dry. Due to wind noise, sound levels inside helmets can top 120dB at 85mph. Not only will ‘plugs prevent hearing loss, but can reduce fatigue on longer rides too. For everyone.

$25-50

Aerostich Silk ScarfOn first blush, a silk scarf may seem a bit poofy for a badass biker. But, these things are just amazing. Tuck it into the collar of your jacket or leathers and it’ll keep you warm when its cold or, wet it down, and it’ll keep you cool when it’s hot. Packs down to nothing for easy stowing and it’ll really improve your quality of life while riding. Not just for dandies, the café crowd, adventure riders and anyone doing distance will appreciate it too. Buy it in white and it’ll develop a rugged patina with time.

One of those wonderful little products that will leave you wondering how you got by without it. Packs down into its own container that’s about the size of a pack of cigarettes so it’ll fit in a jacket pocket or under a seat. Then, the next time you need to stop and pick something up while out riding, you wont’ be left without a means to carry stuff. I’ve carried as much as a gallon of milk and a six-pack of beer in the year I’ve been using it without tears or visible signs of wear. For everyone.

An imminently versatile insulating wrapping that allows you to keep drinks cold or food hot while heading out riding or camping. Makes it easy to strap a six-pack or some lunch to your bike. For anyone that uses their bike to go camping or does stuff in the outdoors.

Deus T-Shirts
Neat t-shirts that manage to capture the spirit of riding in a not overly testosterone-fueled way. For anyone that doesn’t have a “No Fear” neck tattoo.

Motion Pro 7-Piece T-Handle Socket SetThese will make accessing the bolts on any Japanese bike soooooo much easier. Most garage mechanics lack specialized tools like these, which is a shame, they make working on bikes a pleasure. For anyone that rides a foreign bike.

Deth Killers T-Shirts
Stylish, high-quality t-shirts from Bushwick’s baddest indie fashion label. The giftee should probably be under the age of 40 and live somewhere with tall buildings and electric lights.

Brixton Donez Work Shirt
A rugged, heavyweight flannel work shirt that just seems to go perfect with a leather jacket or while wrenching. For everyone.

Do you have a loved one that goes wandering into the wilderness? The Spot communicates with GPS satellites, allowing them not only to call for help in a real emergency, but can upload location data at regular intervals and allow them to send pre-programmed messages to let you know they’re ok too. Huge piece of mind for any adventurer.

SOG Powerlock MultitoolAnyone that does anything needs a solid multitool. This one’s my favorite. The pliers pivot on gears, compounding the leverage you put in to provide additional gripping power. That’s great when things are wet, slipper or rusty. All the tools are user serviceable, replaceable and customizable too. For anyone.

See See iPhone WalletA neat leather wallet that doubles as a notepad and wallet, protecting your phone and holding your stuff in a slim package. See See’s a really cool little café/bike shop in Portland, so you can’t go wrong giving anything with its logo attached and this is a good crossover from general purpose gadget to bike style.

4Sevens Quark AA² R5 FlashlightLED technology is revolutionizing flashlights. This isn’t the trickest or brightest out there, but it’s still many times brighter than a traditional MagLite, you’ll never need to replace the bulb and it’s capable of running continuously for up to 30 days on two standard, universally available AA batteries. For anyone.

These are amazing to look at and feel great to wear. A perfect accompaniment to an old Café Racer or a cruiser.

Aerostich Touchscreen Elkskin Ropers
A modern update on a timeless classic, metallic threads in the fingers enable the use of touch screen devices. The Ropers don’t include modern impact protection, but they’re still a favorite among touring and city riders, who value the classic style, comfort and versatility.

Xena XX6 Disc Lock
Adding a motion sensor alarm to a disc lock creates a killer security device. Perfect for anyone that ever has to park in a city, you’ll be giving the gift of getting to keep your motorcycle.

$100-250

Alpinestars Winter Tech Performance Suit
This little onesie performs a couple important functions. First, the one-piece design eliminates both drafts and bunching/riding up under riding gear. It also makes slipping into and out of a riding suit an absolute breeze. Designed to fit very tightly, it also provides a compression function, keeping you comfy on long rides. Works equally well under leathers or a textile winter suit, this can add much-needed warmth on chilly rides or serve as the basis of a seriously capable winter ensemble. For anyone that complains of the cold.

A seriously stylish pair of jeans designed and made in the USA. Made from a denim weave that’s 16 percent Kevlar, they’re much stronger than your average pair of Levis. This offers some abrasion protection in a crash, but mostly just makes them stand up to the rigors of an active life much better. You probably want to give them to someone that’s not fat and appreciates clothes that fit well.

Spyderco ParaMilitary 2In my opinion, this is the best folding knife out there. The shape of the S30V stainless steel blade is perfect for a multitude of tasks, it’s got a full-flat grind for easy slicing and batoning, the compression lock is fast and strong and the skeletonized steel liners make the whole thing very rugged. I’ve used mine to split logs, cook food and even pull it out at restaurants to cut up my food. Just can’t stand a dull knife. Anyone that does anything outdoors appreciates a good knife.

Or, if you’re really getting outside, you want a knife that will never, ever break. With a .25-inch thick blade, the ESEE-5 is probably the most indestructible knife out there. Designed so emergency responders can pound it through a windshield or even a car door and made from 1095, high carbon steel, you’re not going to chip it cutting down a tree and it’s easy to sharpen in the field. Overkill, but the best kind. Give any guy one of these and instantly make all his friends jealous.

This has rapidly become the favorite motorcycle trip tent in my arsenal. Slightly oversized, it can sleep two in a pinch (you’d better really like each other), but that extra room is mostly just useful for keeping all your gear out of the weather with enough space left to stretch out. Mine’s stood up to torrential rain and 65mph winds with no ill-effects. Great value for money, but a bit large and heavy if you’re backpacking. For anyone that camps beside their motorcycle.

One of the best deals in motorcycling, the Airmada is fairly light, very comfy and has probably the best ventilation of any helmet out there. The Stack schemes are the best graphics out there too. Long oval headshape, so it’ll work for anyone that wears an Arai RX-7 or Bell Star.

Bell Custom 500 Helmet
With some great, great paint schemes and a very low-profile shell for a DOT-approved helmet, this is probably the neatest looking open-face helmet out there. Order one of the bright colors or fancy paint schemes, this helmets all about making riding fun. Even safety Nazis wouldn’t mind having one of these in their arsenal for those occasional jaunts through open roads in the middle of nowhere.

Icon Elsinore Boots
Good looking, comfortable, seriously protective boots. They work equally well under (baggy) jeans as they do with leather riding pants or off-road gear and work in all environments thanks to a strong, grippy sole, solid toe and heel boxes, integrated ankle protectors and a large shin plate. For anyone.

Sena SMH-10 Bluetooth Headset
These link up with your phone, enabling you to take calls or listen to music with your helmet on. They also work great for bike-to-bike or rider-to-pillion comms while riding. The speakers are suitably loud and the mic very clear. Better bass reproduction and a little higher volume wouldn’t hurt, but these are still pretty much the best option out there. For anyone that likes music or talking to people.

Unlike every other backpack brand on the market, the Kriega has been specifically designed to shift loads off the shoulders and instead carry them through the wearer’s chest and hips. That leaves your arms free to control the bike and drastically improves long-distance comfort. Quality is lifetime and every single design feature is seriously clever. The R-35 is the original and biggest Kriega pack (I’ve used mine for trips, grocery shopping and, well, everything, everyday for over 4 years), but anything in their range will do. Absolutely anyone that rides a bike will have their lives improved by getting a Kriega. If you give one gift, give this one.

It’s not a Kriega, but with style like this, that’s not a problem. The roll-top design is made from heavyweight waxed cotton secured by a thick seatbelt strap. The bottom is reinforced with thick leather. Inside, there’s padded sleeves capable of accepting a laptop as large as 15” or something as small and slim as an iPad or Kindle. Stylish city riders will love this one.

A TrackdayThe most fun you can have on a sportsbike, track days are also a great place to advance skill levels, so you’re giving something that’s both fun and practical. There’s tons of operators, just Google “motorcycle track day” and the name of your nearest track. Anyone that loves going fast will really like this gift.

Our favorite ADV helmet is light, distinctive and versatile. Works equally well on dirt or the street, so it’s a great gift for anyone that enjoys riding both and wants to look like a stormtrooper. Long oval headshape.

Nexx XR1R Carbon
The lightest full-face performance helmet you can buy also has the largest field of vision. Made in Portugal, this is a new brand that’s largely unknown but is seriously shaking up the helmet marketplace with strong innovation. Anyone that dressed up in a leather onesie on the weekends would kill for one of these.

RSD Ronin Jacket
Each panel on Roland’s flagship jacket wears, breaks in and ages differently, creating a totally personal look. The best leather jacket design since the Schott Café Racer is utterly timeless. Make sure you order the optional body armor and back protector too. Anyone and it looks as good off the bike as on.

A little ridiculous, but then sometimes the best gifts are. This one-man tent includes a garage area so you cuddle your bike at night, out of the rain. ADV riders with tons of room or people that like going to bike rallies will probably like this one.

Alpinestars Supertech R
There’s no sport rider out there that wouldn’t benefit from an upgrade to the Supertech R. I’ve had several large crashes or impacts in mine and haven’t harmed so much as an ingrown toenail or callous. That protection comes from a Daytona-style inner bootie that controls ankle movement and a rugged outer that deals with impacts and abrasion. For enthusiasts of fast riding.

GoPro Hero3
Indulge the inner narcissist in everyone by giving them the ability to shoot 1080p HD video of their riding exploits. The Hero3 is more rugged, longer lasting and higher quality, plus it’ll sync with your computer via WiFi, enabling easy downloads. Just be prepared to sit through the 21st century equivalent of the old travel slide show, you’ll never look as fast on video as you remember riding. For everyone.

$500-1,000

No-Mar Classic Tire Changer
“It is awesome,” writes our friend Chuck. “Seriously seriously awesome. We've done three sets of tires already. Couldn't be easier, even when manhandling a relatively stiff sidewall like the BattleAx BT-23 GT. Best $645 we've spent — a friend and I went in 50-50 on one. Seriously — get one.”

Currently the fanciest helmet out there, unwrapping one of these on Christmas morning will result in wet pants, guaranteed. Developed by F1 champ Michael Schumacher, the SR1 makes advances in weight, aerodynamics, ventilation and fit. For any serious sport rider with a long oval head shape.

Icon 1000 Chapter Jacket
The first jacket to ever take full advantage of D3O armor, the Chapter is cut to fit without bulk or obstruction. Then figuring in the buttery soft leather, this thing fits like a second skin right from the off. Anyone will like one of these, just be aware that the black version is a little flashy with all those red zips. We recommend the brown or grey.

The last word in practical motorcycle attire, you zip a roadcrafter on over your street clothes (in like 15 seconds) and are instantly protected against crashes and the weather. As an added bonus, you can wear a business suit underneath it without that getting wrinkled. If you want to give the absolute best, this is it. A myriad of custom options allows you to have it built bespoke for the intended wearer and, if it needs adjustment, they’ll handle that without hassle. This will absolutely improve the life of any rider, but ones naturally inclined to wear full protection will appreciate it most.

The best leather jackets, bar none. So thick and tough it’ll take them years to break in, you’re giving a gift that will last a lifetime and adapt itself so well to its wearer that it becomes a fundamental part of their personality. Once you wear a Vanson, you’ll feel naked in anything less. I wear an AR2 retrofitted with Alpinestars BioArmor, the Cobra includes protection as standard.

What gift ideas have worked for you in the past? What are you hoping to get this year?

A note on helmet fit: with motorcycle helmets, fit is the single most important factor. It's not just a question of size, every person has their own unique head shape and helmets, too, come in a variety of shapes to suit. If it a helmet doesn't fit properly, it will be less safe and less comfortable. We recommend ordering helmets through a retailer like RevZilla, which offers a no-hassle, no-cost return policy which, if you're ordering now, will extend until after Christmas. If a helmet doesn't fit properly, exchange it for one that does.